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republican field

Why the EPA budget fight matters beyond Washington

May 1, 2026

Lawmakers squared off this week over future funding for the nation’s main pollution watchdog, the EPA. Democrats argued the agency is abandoning its job to keep air and water clean, warning that half-funding requests would gut state programs that test wells, treat wastewater, and track cancer-causin

politics

How Utah’s New District Could Shape the Next Election

May 1, 2026

Utah’s political scene is getting a shake-up this year, and the changes could surprise even seasoned voters. A recent push to modernize the state’s nomination system has opened doors for more candidates to compete in primaries. But with so few people showing up to traditional caucuses, the process s

sports

Saginaw’s Future Stars and Legacy Builders Join Sports Hall of Fame

May 1, 2026

Ten new names will join the Saginaw County Sports Hall of Fame in 2026, each with a story that shaped local sports. Two inductees broke barriers for women in the 1970s and 80s, when opportunities for female athletes were still growing. The 1980 Eisenhower volleyball team won the first-ever girls sta

crime

Selina Barfield's Vanishing: A Family's Long Wait for Answers

May 1, 2026

In 2003, North Charleston saw the sudden disappearance of Selina Barfield, a 32-year-old woman known locally as Nina. She left behind her nine-year-old daughter, Katie, and a trail of unanswered questions. Selina struggled with addiction and lived a life that many in her community deemed risky. Her

business

A local New York farm stands out in a national spotlight

May 1, 2026

A single plant in a small town just hit the big time. Monica Cody turned a backyard experiment into a business that now ranks among America’s fastest-growing women-run companies. Her farm, Farmstead 1868, grows more than lavender—it grows opportunity. By converting a family dairy plot into a lavende

health

Yoga and meth addiction: a different kind of recovery experiment

May 1, 2026

Scientists wondered if something as simple as yoga could help people break free from methamphetamine. The drug doesn’t just affect the brain—it weakens the body’s ability to recover, makes users feel on edge all the time, and traps them in cycles of wanting more. Most treatments use medicine or talk

politics

Parking problems and political heat at Mercyhurst

May 1, 2026

Mercyhurst University moved up to Division I sports but still struggles to fill the stands. One big reason? Parking. The rink sits in the middle of campus with just one tiny lot that holds about 50 cars. When big games happen, that lot gets taken over for tailgating. The next option is a lot near th

politics

Front‑Line Soldiers Get a Two‑Month Break

April 30, 2026

The Ukrainian army’s chief has set a new rule that soldiers fighting in the most dangerous spots can only stay there for two months at a time. After those two months, they must be swapped out within one month. This move is meant to keep troops fresh and safe. The decision comes after many reports t

politics

Supreme Court Cuts Key Voting Law

April 30, 2026

The highest court has taken a sharp turn on the Voting Rights Act, leaving its protections largely gone. In a recent decision, six justices voted to strip away the act’s safeguards, replacing Congress’s clear intent with their own views. Congress had renewed the law two decades ago with broad suppor

sports

New Twist in Red Sox Player Updates

April 30, 2026

The Boston Red Sox have faced a rough week of changes and setbacks. First, the team let go of manager Alex Cora and several coaches, shaking up the front office. Then they announced that star pitcher Garrett Crochet will be on the injured list for shoulder issues, adding more strain to the roster. A